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Kanye West's pairing with Nas for NASIR, was one of the most anticipated rap releases of 2018. But did it deliver? 

In this episode of Rap & Order, First Klass Regg and Taurian B. step into the courtroom to investigate one of the most pivotal albums in hip hop history—Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter 2. Was this the start of the greatest run in rap history? Did Wayne really have the best peak any rapper’s ever had, or did we just get swept up in the moment? We go track-by-track through the album, break down the production, the bars, the skips (yes, th...

Was Joe Budden right about Drake’s 𝘝𝘪𝘦𝘸𝘴 all along? 

Case 259 of Rap & Order revisits Drake’s fourth album, 𝘝𝘪𝘦𝘸𝘴. Despite its success, it initially left his fan base divided. Has it aged gracefully? 

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For this R&B edition of Rap & Order, we revisit Sisqó’s solo debut, Unleash the Dragon. Backed by massive singles, the album made a splash—but it’s rarely mentioned in conversations about iconic R&B releases. Is it an overlooked classic? We break it down to find out.

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On this episode of Rap & Order, hosts First Klass Regg and Taurian B. take a deep dive into Eminem’s 1999 breakthrough album, The Slim Shady LP. We break down each track, revisiting the twisted rhymes, raw storytelling, and controversial themes that made Em a rap superstar.

But here’s the big question—is Eminem the GOAT? Does this album solidify his place among hip-hop’s greatest? Or has its impact changed over time?

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As Wu-Tang readies their final tour, we revisit the legendary collective's sophomore album, Wu-Tang Forever. As ambitious as the release was, it captured plenty of the Wu's greatest attributes. How does it rank amongst other pinnacle double disk releases? 

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Beanie Sigel was poised to be the future of Roc-A-Fella. With raw, ruthless energy that captivated the Hip-Hop world, his debut album, The Truth, showcased the transparency that became his superpower. But what could have been done differently?

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Taurian B. 

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Clipse left an undeniable mark on the 2000s as coke rap extraordinaires, fueled by The Neptunes’ razor-sharp production—a formula that felt almost foolproof. However, their third album, Til the Casket Drops (2009), may have disrupted the recipe. Now, with a new album on the horizon, will they recapture that signature magic? We break down their last project to see what worked, what didn’t, and what could be next for Virginia’s fines...

J. Cole set out to make his mark with the release of Friday Night Lights. Initially planned as his debut album, it ultimately became the foundation that ignited his career and set the stage for his rise. But is it his body of work to date?

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Taurian B. 

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Regarded as his most personal album, JAY-Z’s 4:44 came after a rare public hiccup— the elevator ride seen around the world. But it may have been just what he needed to become more relatable to his fans. For this episode, we dig into Hov's 13th solo album; what worked, what could've been better, and ask: Is it his most important release thus far?

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With Mac Miller's upcoming Balloonerism set to release soon, we revisit Swimming- his fifth and final album before his untimely death. It signified a change in not just Mac's artistry, but the promising future of what else he had to offer. Was it his best project yet? 

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Taurian B. 

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For our 250th episode, we revisit Tyler, The Creator's Cherry Bomb. The album was received fairly well upon release, but is often overlooked in his discography. Was it a failure? + Taurian recaps his trip to Camp Flog Gnaw, Regg talks about his impromptu trip to Amsterdam, and much more!

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For this episode, we revisit Big K.R.I.T.'s King Remembered In Time mixtape. The release continued K.R.I.T.'s streak of consistency, but the blog era MC has yet to strike mainstream gold. Is he the biggest "what if" from this era?

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For this episode, we revisit Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist's collaborative effort, Alfredo. Did it deserve the Grammy win for Rap album of the year? 

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